Camp Preschool-Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Chapin

Join our Chapin team in Princeton as a Preschool-Pre-Kindergarten Teacher and inspire young minds at camp!

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an extraordinary summer experience for campers from preschool to 8th grade, and we are looking for energetic, passionate people to join us and make a positive impact while having a blast!

At ESF, the Preschool-Pre-Kindergarten Teacher is called a Playzone Activity Specialist.

As a Playzone Activity Specialist, you will teach and inspire pre-school, and pre-K campers in various age-appropriate games and activities, fun crafts, performing arts, movement games, and more.

Curriculum and supplies are provided for most activities.

Why ESF?


* Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.


* Unleash Your Potential: We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and continuing education credits.


* Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.


* Positive Environment: Experience being part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.

Extra Perks:


* Convenient Summer Schedule: Enjoy nights and weekends off.


* Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.


* Free Certifications: Reimbursements available for qualified roles.


* Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

Requirements:


* Activity Background: Preferably possess a background in the activity, including one or more of the following: arts & crafts, performing arts, movement, yoga, or other preschool/pre-k activities.


* Education:
+ College graduate working in an education/child-related career.
+ Teaching certification or equivalent experience required.


* Experience: We are looking for experience teaching and working with children.
+ Prior classroom teaching/fieldwork experience (2-4 years)
+ Previous experience working with students in Preschool-Pre-K.
+ Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.


* Hours: Typically, from 8:15 am to 3:45 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours.


* Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes must be pre-approved by the site director.


* Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.


* Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.

Essential Job Responsibilities:


* Teach & Inspire: Implement ESF curriculum.

Actively engage campers, offer support, and provide guidance to bring lesson plans to life.


* Dive Into the Camp Day! Promote and lead daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with counselors and fellow instructors.


* Safety & Positive Group M...